2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (88 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
